Finding a property is something that can be draining. Without dedicating enough time to find what you are looking for, you might find yourself relocating from place to place. Place hopping isn’t so great but there are aspects you must consider before signing your lease.
As a first-timer, you might find it a lot trickier but here are our top 10 tips. These will either help you find a comfortable and leave the Dorn room or appreciating the gem you chose. Either way, we discuss all essentials to consider when you are looking for a place.
Location, Connectivity
Location is the first step you ought to consider when you are looking for an apartment, room or any sort of accommodation. For instance, you need to consider your mobility, weather, crime rate and other factors such as shops, community and social trust.
You wouldn’t want to get to a place that will later give you goosebumps and become an inconvenience to your daily routine. You need to consider all the recreational sectors that are around the area.
Another essential factor is connectivity. In the era of working or studying from home, network connectivity is fundamental.
Space
“Oh, em gee, where am I going to put the sleeper couch?”
Considering space for your next apartment is essential. Hence you ought to view if ever, you found the place online. Space is a crucial element as it will play a fundamental role in your movement & comfortability within your living space.
Cost
There are different costs to consider when looking for a place. Missing one costs aspect can affect your entire monthly budget.
Living Environment
You need to consider your living environment. Some people are comfortable sharing their living spaces while some people abhor seeing a spoon unwashed on their sink. Others are Ok with clutter.
Your upbringing most plays a crucial role when you are now living outside of your family turf. You will be meeting people of different cultures, tribes, traditions, races, etc., and this becomes a fundamental aspect.
While in the worst cases, you will meet people that are living their university lives that can go from partying Sunday-to-Sunday. This might take a toll on your functionality and your daily operations.
Getting a comfortable living environment can lead to your growth as a person.
Landlord
You will need to consider a landlord that will treat your space with respect. It goes as far as a great sense of urgency for your well-being.
This will be a test of what would happen if your sink has burst. Is your toilet not working? You'll need a landlord with a great sense of urgency.
Is your landlord cheeky if you are a day ahead of your rental?
Does he yell at you if your volume goes beyond 8?
What’s their reaction when you have guests over?
Those are our top five picks that are essential although each one of us has other factors they find pressing than the next. But picking a place you ought to consider all amenities, transportation system, pets, cleanliness, etc., and from thereon, you will be at yours, and yours alone.
We’d suggest that you do a simple Gumtree search of the available rental properties in your area, to compare rates before jumping to signing a contract and moving-in.
Now that you know, it is time to shop! Head to gumtree.co.za or your Gumtree app (click for Apple & Android).
